PS3 Firmware 3.41 Update Causing HDD Problems?

Sony recently released firmware 3.41 on the PlayStation 3, which enabled suggested downloads on the PS Store. However, it may have caused some users troubles when upgrading their system…

As is apparent in this thread and this larger thread on the Official PlayStation forums, a number of PlayStation 3 users are having problems updating their firmware once they install a new hard drive. Combined, these threads have exploded to 32 pages of posts in just under three days, as the problem has been reproduced by multiple customers. Sony has thus far given no official statement on the matter. Share your experience with the update below, and stay connected with PSLS and we will update you as the situation unfolds.